A subsequent criminal investigation found that Shomer had acted in accordance with procedures for arresting a suspect, which according to the Military Police, included firing a warning shot into the air followed by two bullets aimed at the teenager’s legs.

The shot was misfired, as Shomer was in motion, and hit Ali-Kosba’s torso, the investigation found. However, a B’Tselem investigation stated Kosba’s body had three gunshot wounds, one in the face and two in the back. B’Tselem also argued that Shomer’s conduct had been wrongful as he failed to bring Ali-Kosba to the hospital for treatment.